Landmark publication stresses that addressing income disparities in the region will be key to reaching SDGs
Responding to national requests for enhanced governance capacity, UNDP has supported elections and referenda in over 100 Member States since the early 1990s
Over 40 young peace-builders and ambassadors attended the West and Central Africa Regional Consultation on Youth, Peace and Security
Deprivation and marginalization, underpinned by weak governance, are primary drivers according to a comprehensive new study by UNDP – the first of its kind.
A pioneer initiative aims at rapidly improving the lives of rural and other disadvantaged communities.
The cross border corruption initiative is part of UNDP’s efforts to support governments in their fight against corruption.
In 72 countries, being HIV positive can land you in prison. Discover the story of El in Malawi
Income Inequality Trends in sub-Saharan Africa: Divergence, Determinants, and Consequences
It is only by addressing income inequality that African countries can achieve decisive progress towards poverty reduction and the Sustainable Development Goals, according to UNDP's study.
Journey of young Africans into violent extremism
Deprivation and marginalization, underpinned by weak governance, are primary drivers according to a comprehensive new study by UNDP – the first of its kind.
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1,126 billion
Population
47%
Poverty rate
$1,871
Per capita income
0.4837
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